Tag: urban resilience
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Jakarta’s Resilience Test: Pramono Anung’s Toughest Challenge as Governor in an Austerity Era
Introduction: A veteran administrator steps into a precarious role When Pramono Anung announced his bid to lead Jakarta, the national spotlight followed him closely. A seasoned bureaucrat who served as Cabinet secretary during President Joko Widodo’s term, Anung arrived with extensive experience in governance but limited public trust in a city beset by fiscal constraints,…
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Jakarta’s New Governor Faces the Challenge: Building a Resilient City Through Austerity
Introduction: A Tested Bureaucrat Takes the Helm Pramono Anung, a veteran bureaucrat and former Cabinet secretary, has stepped into one of Southeast Asia’s most demanding political roles: governing Jakarta, a megacity confronting fiscal strain, rapid growth, and the need for resilient infrastructure. Despite early polling challenges, Anung’s expertise in public administration and crisis management positions…
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Euston puddle woes spark calls for fix as Londoners wade to trains
Londoners frustrated as Euston puddle returns after rain Residents and commuters in central London are once again facing a soggy commute after heavy rainfall swells a large, long-standing puddle outside Euston Station. Locally dubbed the “Euston puddle,” the water collects at the junction of Upper Woburn Place and Euston Road, creating a frequent obstacle for…
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Prince William Praises Rio’s Climate Drive on Brazil Visit
Prince William Praises Rio’s Climate Drive During Brazil Visit Prince William arrived in Brazil for a climate-focused trip that aimed to spotlight urban resilience, sustainable development, and the social dimension of climate action. Coming at a time of heightened security concerns in Rio de Janeiro, the royal schedule balanced ceremonial duties with visits to projects…
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Cebu Quake Sparks Push for Philippine Building Act: A Wake-Up Call for Safer Buildings
Introduction: A Wake-Up Call from Cebu The magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Cebu and nearby provinces at the end of September has reignited a long-running push for the Philippines to adopt a comprehensive building framework. Surigao del Sur Representative Romeo Momo Sr. labelled the event a “wake-up call” to finally pass the Philippine Building Act…